DALI KATCH ONE All-in-One Soundbar (2019)
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Product Overview
DALI KATCH One is a premium all-in-one soundbar. While it does not pretend to support numerous channels from a single box, the KATCH ONE features 6 quality drivers found in premium DALI loudspeakers; they are joined by 4 passive radiators, all packed in a premium chassis with modern yet classy details.
The cabinet of the KATCH ONE is molded from glass-fiber-reinforced ABS that is both rigid and lightweight. DALI has placed all the I/O ports on a rear connection bay that aids at hiding the cables. There is a unique and elegant wall-mounted leather-strap solution, while for those who would place their soundbar on the table top, solid wood feet are also supplied.
The KATCH ONE boasts a high signal to noise ratio from its Class-D amplifiers. It is able to deliver a powerful yet nuanced sound signature and is a good option for both accompanying TVs and as a device to enjoy music from.
Ratings
What we found**
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Easy to set up and use
- Integrates with other HDMI inputs
Cons
- Can't be used for source devices
What external reviewers found***
External score 78% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent build quality
- Gorgeous, dynamic sound
- Open, clean, and well-balanced sound
- Well-judged presentation
- Intuitive design
- Easy to set up and use
Cons
- Doesn’t support Wi-Fi 6
- No built-in subwoofer
- Bass isn’t quite as powerful as rivals
- Bass isn’t the best
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Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
[Input] 1x Sub out + 1x USB charging | [Output] 1x HDMI ARC + 2x Optical + 1x 3.5mm Line-in
Wireless Connectivity
Bluetooth 4.0
Construction
Colors
Ivory White, Iron Black, Mountain White
Drivers
6 drives + 4x passive radiators
Drivers | Tweeter
2x 21mm soft textile dome
Drivers | Woofer
4x 3.5" aluminum cone with cloth cap + 4x 4.5" steel cone passive radiators
Form Factor
All-in-one soundbar
Loudspeaker Type
2.5-way passive radiator
Dimensions
Size | Depth
69 mm
Size | Height
164 mm
Size | Width
860 mm
Weight
3.7 kg
Function
Amplifier
Fully digital Class-D amplifiers
Bluetooth Profiles
AAC, Apt-X
Crossover
250Hz, 2500Hz
Performance
Frequency Response
46Hz ~ 25kHz
Max Sound Level
101 dB
Power Output
4x 50W
Production
Debut
2019
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External Reviews
techhive[1]
Reviewer score 72%The DALI Katch One is an excellent soundbar that can be used as a Bluetooth speaker without a TV. It's much taller than most soundbars, so you must have plenty of room below the TV. With the right placement, its sound is clean, open, and well balanced.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Open, clean, and well-balanced sound
- Easy to set up and use
Cons
- Doesn’t support Wi-Fi 6
- No built-in subwoofer
trustedreviews[2]
Reviewer score 74%The DALI Katch One is one of the best soundbars on the market. Well-judged tonal balance means it manages to be subtly detailed. The midrange, where the bulk of any movie soundtrack resides, is nuanced and loaded with fine detail. Down at the bottom end, there’s not quite the extension some rivals offer, but there's a stack of texture and tonal variation.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Well-judged presentation
- Intuitive design
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- Bass isn’t quite as powerful as rivals
whathifi[3]
Reviewer score 89%There's no network connectivity or apps with the Katch One – this is pure audio. HDMI ARC is likely to be your method of connection so you can still use your TV's remote to change the volume. There's no LED display and all the buttons and little halo lights are on top, so it is difficult to see from your viewing position which one is currently selected. The sound is suitably earth-shattering.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Gorgeous, dynamic sound
- Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision
Cons
- Bass isn’t the best
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References
- ^ DALI Katch One soundbar review: Great sound—under the right circumstances. [techhive]. https://www.techhive.com/article/3566920/dali-katch-one-soundbar-review.html. 2020-07-17. Retrieved 2021-06-15.
- ^ DALI Katch One Review. [trustedreviews]. https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/dali-katch-one. Retrieved 2021-06-15.
- ^ Dali Katch One review. [whathifi]. https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/dali-katch-one. 2019-10-05. Retrieved 2021-06-15.
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